When do you stop chasing your dream?

Have you ever hit a brick wall? Have you ever faced a set back? Ever heard a negative comment? When this happens we often want to quit. Give up before we get hurt any more. It's "easier" to change directions and start down a new path. But why sacrifice all the hard work and time you've put in? Is your goal achievable? Are you capable of reaching the goal? So it might take an extra month, year, or decade. It's up to you to decide if it's worth it.

"If you believe in yourself and have the courage, the determination, the dedication, the competitive drive, and if you are willing to sacrifice the little things in life and pay the price for things that are worthwhile - it can be done." -Vince Lombardi

If it's a worthwhile goal then it's worth the price. Are you willing to pay that price? In today's society we want things now. We don't want to wait for that promotion. Sometimes we don't want to put in all the hard work required to reach our goals. You must pay the cost if you would reach your goal.

"Mental toughness is many things and rather difficult to explain. It's qualities are sacrifice and self-denial. Also, most importantly, it is combined with a perfectly disciplined will that refuses to give in. It's a state of mind-you could call it character in action." -Vince Lombardi

Be persistent in reaching your goals. When you hit that brick wall walk around it, climb over, or dig a trench and crawl under!! When you face a set back ask yourself what you need to change and improve in yourself. When a negative comment hits you the wrong way, pause and remember why you are working towards this goal. Remember what you've accomplished to this point and learn what you can to grow and reach your goal.

So the answer to our question? Never!! Don't quit until you die. Goals may change or may be accomplished but always remember: where one goal ends, another has just begun.